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China ship uses water cannon, harassed, sideswipes BFAR vessel
By J.Lo
“This incident marks first time water cannons have been used against DA-BFAR research vessels in the area of Pag-asa Cay,” Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) said in statement BFAR research vessels in West Philippine Sea were blasted with water cannons by China Coast Guard (CCG), marking first attack on Philippine civilian vessels.
BFAR condemned “aggressive” interference by CCG against its two vessels that were conducting routine marine scientific research mission in the vicinity of Pag-asa Cay 2 (Sandy Cay) on May 21.
Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) also lambasted CCG for its latest episode of aggression toward Philippine vessels in West Philippine Sea.
BRP Datu Sanday and BRP Datu Pagbuaya were on mission with Filipino scientific team collecting sand samples as part of their marine research initiative.
At approximately 9:13 in the morning. on Wednesday, CCG vessel 21559 blasted with water cannon and sideswiped Datu Sanday twice, resulting in damage to the latter’s port bow and smokestack as well as putting at risk lives of civilian personnel on board, according to BFAR.
Despite interference by Chinese maritime forces, Philippine scientific team was able to complete its research operations in Pag-asa Cays 1, 2 and 3, BFAR said.
BFAR reiterated that incident occurred within territorial sea of Philippines in West Philippine Sea.
Presence of two CCG vessels 21559 and 5103, as well as two Chinese maritime militia vessels that “supported harassment,” added to hostile situation, PCG Commodore Jay Tarriela, spokesman on West Philippine Sea issues said in an online media briefing.
Chinese maritime authorities have carried out similar acts in the past, even deploying helicopter from People’s Liberation Army – Navy and flying at low level seemingly to disturb activities of Filipino researchers, he noted.
Tarriela said crew of two BFAR ships, mix of PCG and BFAR personnel and marine science researchers, remained in high spirits despite harassment.
European Union and United States expressed concern over CCG’s actions.
“ EU stands with Philippines and reiterates importance of upholding UN Convention on the Law of the Sea and rules-based international order, including 2016 South China Sea arbitration,” EU Ambassador Massimo Santoro said.
US Ambassador MaryKay Carlson said “China Coast Guard’s aggressive actions against lawful Philippine civilian mission near Sandy Cay recklessly endangered lives and threaten regional stability.”
Teaming up for event that seeks to promote peace and assert Philippine sovereignty, various local and international artists including Korean pop group are set to perform aboard civilian ship while sailing waters of West Philippine Sea next week.
“Concert at Sea” organized by civil society coalition Atin Ito will feature renowned folk artist Noel Cabangon,revealed that acclaimed Filipino acts Ebe Dancel, all-women rock band Rouge, rap collective Morobeats, and P-pop group HORI7ON will be joining him.
Also performing aboard TS Kapitan Felix Oca are Japanese artist Fumi, Indonesian and Malaysian musicians Viona and Kai Mata, and South Korean K-pop girl group I:Mond.
Atin Ito convenors behind first two successful and historic civilian missions to WPS said its latest voyage features “sea concert to promote peace, unity, and solidarity in contested waters.”
Media, will be covering the activity civilian ship sailing to Kalayaan Island Group including Pag-asa Island.
Atin Ito convenors Ed dela Torre and Rafaela David announced third mission is set for May 26 to 30, which will not only see renowned Filipino and international artists rocking at sea but also sunset musical event at the jump-off point in El Nido, Palawan along with dialogue sessions and cultural exchanges.
Incoming Akbayan party-list Rep. Chel Diokno, in pre-voyage press briefing in Quezon City, lauded artists and volunteers joining Atin Ito’s latest civilian mission.
Diokno reiterated Akbayan’s commitment to push for mandatory teaching of West Philippine Sea history and geography in schools he will push for in House of Representatives.
“We will use facts and education to counter lies, propaganda and fake news being peddled by Chinese government and its agents in the country,” he said.
Akbayan Rep. Perci Cendaña also expressed full support for civilian mission, announcing plans to push for legislation declaring July 12 of every year as West Philippine Sea Victory Day to commemorate Philippines’ historic arbitral win in 2016.
He committed to advocating for establishment of West Philippine Sea Institute mandated to conduct research, protect marine resources and develop educational programs aimed at raising public awareness and national pride.
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